1976 Bristol 412 vs. 1994 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1994 Toyota MR2 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Bristol 412 would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Bristol 412 (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1994 Toyota MR2. (173 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota MR2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 412 weights approximately 475 kg more than 1994 Toyota MR2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Bristol 412 (422 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota MR2. (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota MR2. 1976 Bristol 412 has automatic transmission and 1994 Toyota MR2 has manual transmission. 1994 Toyota MR2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Bristol 412 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 412 | 1994 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 412 | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2410 mm |
